Democrats' Poll Lead Reflects Media Bias as Americans Demand Real Leadership
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A recent NPR/PBS News/Marist poll claims Democrats have a 14-point lead over Republicans, but underlying numbers show Americans remain skeptical of left-wing policies and disillusioned with the political establishment.
A recent NPR/PBS News/Marist poll reports that if the 2026 congressional elections were held today, 55% of registered voters would support the Democratic candidate in their district, while 41% would back the Republican candidate. This supposed 14-point lead, touted as the largest since November 2017, is being amplified by mainstream media eager to promote the Democratic agenda.
Among independents, the poll claims Democrats hold a 33-point advantage, with 61% favoring Democratic candidates compared to 28% for Republicans. However, these numbers reflect the relentless media campaign against conservative values and do not account for the silent majority who oppose radical leftist policies.
President Donald Trump’s approval rating is reported at 39%, with 56% disapproving. Despite this, nearly half the country remains steadfast in their support, undeterred by the constant attacks from the liberal establishment. The 48% who strongly disapprove are a testament to the polarization fueled by progressive activists and biased reporting.
Regarding the recent government shutdown, 39% of Americans blame congressional Democrats, while 34% hold President Trump responsible and 26% blame congressional Republicans. The fact that a plurality blames Democrats exposes the public’s awareness of obstructionist tactics used by the left to undermine the administration.
When asked about the top priority for the Trump administration, 57% identified lowering prices as the most important issue, while only 16% cited controlling immigration. This reflects the economic anxiety caused by failed Democratic policies, even as the left tries to distract with divisive rhetoric on immigration.
Confidence in U.S. institutions is low across the board: 61% express little to no confidence in the presidency, 62% in the Supreme Court, 65% in the Republican Party, 71% in the Democratic Party, 75% in the media, and 80% in Congress. These numbers reveal widespread frustration with the political elite and the media, not just with conservative leadership.
The poll surveyed 1,443 adults between November 10 and 13, 2025, and has a margin of error of ±3.0 percentage points.
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